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osteogenesis imperfecta |
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osteogenesis imperfectaGroup of connective-tissue diseases in which the bones are very fragile. Several forms probably reflect different degrees of expression of the same disorder. Persons with osteogenesis imperfecta type I are normal at birth, but fractures occur easily; in van der Hoeve syndrome the sclerae are bluish, bone deformities in the skull cause deafness, double-jointedness occurs, and skin is abnormally thin. Babies with osteogenesis imperfecta type II, if not stillborn, are born with fractures, and fractures continue to occur, causing severe crippling; survival to adulthood is rare. osteogenesis imperfecta [¦äs·tē·ō′jen·ə·səs ‚im·pər′fek·tə] (medicine) A disease inherited as an autosomal dominant and characterized by hypoplasia of osteoid tissue and collagen, resulting in bone fractures. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Travers was born with osteogenesis imperfecta, commonly known as brittle bone disease--a genetic disorder characterized by bones that break easily, often from little trauma. As examples, videotaped cases of children with disabilities on a DVD that accompanies the book illustrate swimming activities for a child with osteogenesis imperfecta, community mobility for children with different types of disabilities, and assessment in the natural environment. Their disabilities ranged from visible to invisible, including such diverse conditions as asthma, depression and other mental illnesses, multiple sclerosis, arthritis, multiple chemical sensitivities, diabetes, osteogenesis imperfecta, various mobility impairments, cognitive disabilities, and HIV/AIDS. |
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